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I recently had my bottom molar extracted and i have got my mouth sliced open four times because my gum keeps getting infected! how can i fix this problem without getting it cut open again ??? its like a little bubble and blood comes out of it.
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Oral surgeon: Sounds like the area has never healed and is infected. You need to see a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered 11/27/2017
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See an Oral Surgeon: for evaluation, x-rays, diagnosis and proper treatment. Do not delay.
Answered 5/2/2015
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Oral Surgeon: You'll need to make an appointment with an oral surgeon to determine why that area has not healed.
Answered 4/24/2016
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